Todd Erickson

Todd Eric Erickson, age 48, formerly of the Grantsburg, WI area, passed away Saturday, January 16, 2016, in Naples, FL. Todd was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan, October 30,1967, a son of Bruce and Mary Ann Erickson. Following graduation from high school, he attended the University of Wisconsin-White Water, graduating with a degree in business. He then was employed at Wells Fargo Bank in Minneapolis. Todd later moved to Naples, Florida, and was employed as a math teacher in Naples public schools, and also worked for Media One in the business division. He was a dedicated volunteer in community service all his life. He volunteered at St. Joseph’s Home for Children in Minneapolis as a tutor, and for many years was a Guardian-ad-litem for children for the Collier County Social Services in Florida. Todd was also founder and past president of Naples Equestrian Challenge, Inc. In 2004, he received the Regional Volunteer of the Year Award for his diligent work improving the lives of special needs children and adults through therapeutic riding. Todd is survived by his father, Bruce Erickson; brother, Mark Erickson and his wife, Sue; brother, Brent Erickson; and brother, Scott Erickson and wife, Michelle. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews: Megan Houser, Ryan Erickson, Brandon Erickson, Brooke Erickson, Alysa Sworsky, and Ashton Erickson. He is preceded in death by grandparents, Walt and Marion Jensen; grandparents, Floyd and Annetta Erickson; and his mother, Mary Ann Erickson. The memorial service honoring the life of Todd Erickson will be conducted at 11:00 am (visitation 10:00 to 11:00 am), Saturday, May 14, 2016, at Faith Lutheran Church, 421 S. Russell St., Grantsburg, WI, with Pastor Sandy Hutchens officiating. Music will be provided by Linda Dahl and Erin Spohn. A fellowship luncheon will follow the service at the church. Arrangements have been entrusted with Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Grantsburg, WI. Online condolences may be expressed at www.swedberg-taylor.com. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established for the estate of Todd E. Erickson at U.S. Bank, P.O. Box 69, 101 West Madison Ave., Grantsburg, WI 54840.